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Local astronomers talking about stars, planets, and the universe at your neighborhood bar. No PhD required.

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The work of radio astronomer Frank Drake kicked off the modern search for life in the universe.

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Scientists found that planets with life produce more complex, information-dense signals than nonliving worlds.